The Learning Commons offers tutoring to LCC students for course(s) in
which the student is enrolled. Placement tests help assess each
student's basic reading, writing, and math skills. These tests
help determine if a student has the skills needed to comprehend the
basics of a course. If a student does not have the skills needed to
begin the class, then it would usually be very difficult for that person
to succeed. Placement test scores correlate with courses LCC
designed to assist students in developing necessary skills.

The Mathematics Program
has sample math placement test questions on its web site. This
gives a general idea about the various concepts for each level of math
and how to prepare for the placement test. If you need assistance
with reviewing materials for placement tests, it is best to start with a
sample test available from
Mathematics Program or the
Assessment Center. Tutors are available for
students taking Arithmetic Boost. Once you have taken the tests,
check with the
Advising Center to discuss recommendations for what class(es) to
take.

Tutoring is designed to supplement
students' learning, not take the place of a class. When enrolled in a
recommended course, you can request tutoring. This may increase your
likelihood of succeeding in the class.

Tutoring is scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. You
can submit a tutor request form after you have registered for
courses, but no earlier than Monday of the week before classes
begin. Tutor request forms are taken on an on-going basis
throughout the semester. You can come to the Learning
Commons reception area, 108 Arts & Sciences to fill one out, or
download a tutoring form to print, complete,
and mail or fax back to us (address and fax # on request form).

How much does
tutoring cost?

Tutoring is offered free of charge for LCC students, for the class(es) in
which they are enrolled.

What should I bring to a tutoring session?

You should bring what you would bring to class such as course
syllabus, class notes, textbook, calculator, pencils, pens, etc.

Are there tutors in every subject?

Tutoring is available for most core courses, as well as some others. To
find out if there is tutoring in your course, simply
contact us.

Do I need to prepare for a tutoring session?

Before your tutoring session, you should prepare by doing your class
reading and homework and preparing a list of questions or topics that
you would like to cover. If you feel totally lost, think of two or
three general questions

Yes, if there is a tutor for the classes during an open time in your
schedule. Simply fill both classes in on your tutor request form,
and we will do our best to schedule you with a tutor who can help you
with both courses during your weekly appointment.

What should I do if I need more tutoring than is available?

LCC has a wealth of resources to assist students.

Start by asking your instructor if s/he has office hours or
appointment times available to assist you. Also ask if s/he uses e-mail
to correspond with students. Many LCC classes use the internet-based
program Desire to Learn to post helpful information, correspond with
students, answer questions, etc. Ask your instructor if there is an D2L
site for your class.

Some departments have walk-in assistance available: The
West Campus
Resource Center (WCRC) provides access to Textbooks and other course
materials, reference materials, computers, drafting table and other
resources and is located in U245 at West Campus. The
Writing Center is located in Arts & Sciences Room 251.
Departments such as Mathematical Skills
have very useful information on their web sites.

You may also request additional time from The Learning Commons staff.
Stop in or call and see if a tutor is available for a walk-in
appointment that day or the next. If there is not, we can put you
on our waiting list and phone you if an appointment becomes available.

How many
sessions of tutoring may I have?

You may request more time if needed. Staff will attempt to honor
these requests when possible.

The Learning Commons has many more tutoring requests than available
appointments. You may be scheduled with one or two other students from a
class or have one appointment time to cover more than one class. (For
example, a student may be assigned one 50 minute tutoring appointment
per week to cover both Writing and Psychology.) We attempt to give all
students one appointment per week before we give an individual more than
one scheduled appointment per week.

What should I do if I need to miss a tutoring session?

If you need to miss a scheduled appointment, call (517) 483-1206 or email
tutoring@lcc.edu at least two hours in advance. Let the staff know that
you will not be coming, so that the tutor can work with another student. You
may be able to re-schedule or receive a walk-in appointment.

If you miss two sessions, including excused absences, the appointment may
be given to another student, in which case you will have to wait for the
next available opening. If you would like to continue tutoring, you will
need to notify the The Learning Commons office.

Is
this the only place on campus to get help with a class?

No! Your instructor is the primary source of information and help for a
class. Also check with the department through which the class is offered.
Sometimes there are tutors and walk-in help offered in connection with the
class. Check out
LCC's Support Services
for information on counseling, advising, and learning resources.

If I am late for an appointment, will the tutor wait for me?

Yes, the tutor will wait 10 minutes for you. Likewise, we ask that you
wait 10 minutes for the tutor if necessary. If you know ahead of
time you will be running late, please call and leave the tutor a message.

Student tutor positions are posted in the
Center for Employment Services in the Student Services
Center on the second floor of the Gannon Building . You must be enrolled for
at least six credits and have an overall grade point average of
2.7, with a 3.0 in your major areas to qualify.

Are tutors evaluated?

Every student who attends a tutoring session is encouraged to complete a
survey. The surveys are available in the Learning Commons. Please feel free
to discuss questions or concerns with your tutor and/or the The Learning
Commons Coordinator.

Can
I get a tutor to help me online?

Online tutoring is done on an appointment basis using e-mail, chat,
and/or online whiteboards. Please complete a
Learning
Commons Tutoring Request Form and indicate that you would
like online tutoring. Return the completed tutor request form to
our office on the 4th floor of the Library in the TLC building or by any
of the methods indicated in our Tutoring Request Form link.
Please feel free to call (517) 483-1206 if you have questions about our
scheduling process.

Where is The Learning
Commons' office?

The Learning Commons is located in Room 108 of the Arts &
Sciences building, building 12
on the
LCC campus map.